Athens Daily Review

12/18/2025

12/18/2025

12/18/2025

12/18/2025

At last week’s City Employee Holiday Luncheon, the City of Athens recognized Gene Lattis for 30 years of service.

Gene has been a member of the Athens Fire Department since Sept. 1, 1995. Three decades of service is a rare milestone in city government, and it speaks to his commitment to this community and to the people he serves.

“Reaching 30 years of service is a big deal, especially in city government,” City Manager Elizabeth Borstad said. “Employees like Gene provide experience and leadership that you just cannot replace. His long service shows the pride and professionalism of the Fire Department and the value of public service.”

Congratulations to Gene on 30 years with the City of Athens, and thank you for your continued service to our community.

Pictured are, from left, Mayor Aaron Smith, City Manager Elizabeth Borstad, Gene Lattis, City Council members SyTanna Freeman and Bill Priestley.

12/16/2025

Important Update on Kemp ISD Accountability Rating

We're pleased to share that following our successful appeal to the Texas Education Agency, our district accountability rating has been updated to a C for the 2024-25 school year.

"We're encouraged by this positive change, which better reflects the hard work of our students and staff. While we celebrate this progress, we recognize there's still work ahead, and we remain committed to continuous improvement for every student in Kemp ISD," said Superintendent Dr. James Young.

12/16/2025

🎄🎁 Santa Paws Needs Your Help! 🎁🎄

This Christmas season, the dogs and cats in our care are hoping to find something special under the tree — TOYS! 🐶🐱

Many of our shelter pets won’t be waking up in homes this Christmas, but with your help, we can still make their holiday joyful and full of tail wags and purrs. 🐾❤️

✨ We are accepting new toy donations for dogs and cats of all sizes ✨
Squeaky toys, chew toys, wand toys, catnip toys — they all bring comfort, enrichment, and happiness to animals waiting for their forever homes.

🎄 Toy Drop-Off Location:
📍 Athens Animal Services
901 W. College Street
Athens, TX

Thank you for helping us make sure no paw is left out this Christmas. 💙🐾
Your kindness truly makes the season brighter.

12/16/2025

In celebration of the holidays, the Henderson County Library Holiday hours will be as follows:
Tuesday, Dec 23rd - Close at 5 PM
Wednesday, Dec 24th ------ Closed
Thursday, Dec 25th ------- Closed
Friday, Dec 26th ---------- Closed
Saturday, Dec 27th ------- Closed
Happy Holidays! 🎄🎉

12/16/2025

Turn you love for swimming into a job you'll love!
We are hiring Swim Instructors to help teach lifesaving skills - one splash at a time.
No experience? No problem! We'll train the right candidates.
Apply now and join the Y family!

12/16/2025

12/16/2025

Come Get in the Christmas Spirit 🎄 at Cain Center YMCA Ugly Sweater Day. 🎅🏾
Today Dec. 16th -Wear YOUR Ugly Christmas Sweater
and 🎁Get 20% off your Y Merch Purchase.

Join in the Fun with a Holiday Workout!

12/16/2025

Another warming trend will take place this weekend, with high temperatures climbing into the 70s across most of the region by Saturday.